McDonald’s to Bring Back Spicy Chicken Nuggets and Mighty Hot Sauce Next Month
McDonald’s plans to reintroduce its Spicy Chicken McNuggets and the accompanying Mighty Hot Sauce in September, alongside new drinks and a Red Bull collaboration.
McDonald’s is set to revive its Spicy Chicken McNuggets, first seen on menus in 2024, featuring a tempura crust seasoned with cayenne and chili peppers. The return will be paired with the Mighty Hot Sauce, a blend of crushed red pepper, cayenne, garlic and a touch of sweetness that last appeared in February 2021. Influencer Snackolator announced the September launch on Instagram, noting additional beverage additions such as a caramel-apple latte, dirty Diet Dr Pepper, and new vanilla-swirl Coca-Cola variants.
A partnership with Red Bull will introduce a Dragonberry Energizer flavor featuring blue raspberry and dragonfruit pieces. Because many McDonald’s locations are franchised, availability may vary by store and region.
Why it matters
Fans of spicy fast food will see a popular menu item return, while the broader refresh signals McDonald’s effort to attract customers with new flavors and drinks.
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